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A 21st Century Montessori
Montessori classrooms are designed for children to learn independently in an environment carefully prepared and monitored by an educator trained to work with children of that specific age group.
In a non-graded class of mixed ages, children spontaneously and independently use materials designed by Dr. Montessori. They choose their own activities and develop practical and intellectual abilities through individual discovery and exploration of language, mathematics, geography, geometry, art and music.
The Montessori classroom is indeed a child’s world. It is geared to the size, the pace, and interests of children between the ages of 6 months to 6 years. It is designed to put the child at ease by giving each child freedom in an environment prepared with attractive materials.
These materials are arranged on low shelves within easy reach of even the smallest youngster. Tables and chairs in the classroom are movable, permitting a flexible arrangement for many activities. The children also work on small rugs on the floor where they are naturally comfortable.
The Montessori classroom includes children of different ages. By placing a child in such a classroom, they are exposed to a wide range of possibilities. When they first begin school they will have the benefit of learning from older and more experienced children. Later on, they will be able to help others with the learning skills they have already mastered. Your child will thus develop social skills and cultural sensitivity which are essential in today’s world.
The Montessori Method of education places emphasis on the child progressing at their own pace. The child is given a presentation by the teacher, and individual time is spent with the child to ensure that the child understands what is expected.
Students are assessed based on the teacher’s observation and progress at the student’s own pace without undue pressure. Individual plans are formulated for each child and students are assessed on an ongoing basis. Parents are kept informed of the child’s progress via parent Interviews and report cards.
Today there are close to 5,000 private and approximately 200 public Montessori schools in the United States. Montessori schools is respected all over the world for creating a learning environment that fosters initiative, self-esteem and a joy of learning.